Priority Queues1.3 - Structure Choices for Implementing Priority Queues
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What are the two primary operations of a priority queue?
💡 Hint: Think about the operations needed to manage tasks with priorities.
What is the time complexity of inserting an element in an unsorted list?
💡 Hint: Consider how easy it is to add to a list without checking the order.
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What is the primary function of a priority queue?
💡 Hint: Consider what role a priority queue plays in scheduling.
True or False: An unsorted list allows for quick retrieval of the maximum priority job.
💡 Hint: Think about the structure of the list.
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Given a series of jobs with varying priorities, describe how you would structure these using a priority queue to ensure optimal processing in a job scheduling example.
💡 Hint: Consider the organization of your data for balancing insertions versus deletions.
Design a priority queue that can handle dynamic updates where new job priorities can exceed existing maximums without resorting to linear searches.
💡 Hint: Think about how a binary tree can help you keep elements balanced.
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